ST. PAUL –The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development recently announced broadband grant awards for 39 projects designed to bring service to more than 6,900 businesses, homes, and community anchor institutions in Minnesota.
Mediacom Minnesota received a $624,751 grant to serve 267 underserved homes, six businesses, and one community anchor in Hermantown in St. Louis County.
“Access to a stable and secure internet connection is essential for students, teachers, and families, as well as workers and businesses,” said Rep. Mary Murphy (DFL-Hermantown). “I’m grateful for this expansion of access to Hermantown residents in need and will continue to advocate for investments in high-speed broadband.”
In a funding partnership with the State of Minnesota and City of Hermantown, Mediacom will improve broadband levels to 1 Gbps download and 50 Mbps upload, exceeding the State’s 2022 and 2026 speed goals.
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